Description

The Gibson Dove Original Electro Acoustic in Vintage Cherry Sunburst takes one of Gibson’s most recognisable square-shoulder acoustics and equips it with the exclusive Baggs HiFi DNA pickup system for a powerful, natural-sounding stage voice. With a Sitka spruce top, flame maple back and sides, and a long 25.5 inch scale length, it delivers crisp attack, impressive projection and clear note definition, all wrapped up in classic Dove style. Introduced in the early 1960s, the Dove quickly became associated with a transformative era in popular music, and this modern Original model keeps that spirit alive. Traditional scalloped X-bracing, gloss nitrocellulose lacquer and multi-ply binding give it a premium, vintage-correct feel, while the Baggs HiFi DNA system ensures that every nuance of your playing is faithfully translated when amplified. Whether you are strumming big open chords, flatpicking intricate lines or accompanying your voice, this is a guitar built to inspire on stage and in the studio. The combination of maple back and sides with the longer scale length gives the Dove Original a distinctive sonic character. It is articulate and bright, but the square-shoulder dreadnought body shape adds warmth and balance across the frequency range, so your sound stays full and musical rather than harsh. The comfortable Rounded mahogany neck and rosewood fingerboard make extended playing sessions easy, while mother-of-pearl parallelogram inlays and the iconic Dove pickguard provide unmistakable visual flair. Attention to detail runs throughout the build. A rosewood Dove bridge with bone saddle and TUSQ bridge pins maximises resonance and sustain, while nickel Grover Keystone tuners and a bone nut keep tuning solid and reliable. Traditional appointments like the Dove truss rod cover, double-antiqued multi-ply binding and that Vintage Cherry Sunburst finish complete a guitar that looks as good as it sounds. Iconic Square-Shoulder Dove Design With its square-shoulder body, flame maple back and sides and Vintage Cherry Sunburst finish, the Dove Original channels one of Gibson’s most storied acoustic designs. The combination of maple construction and long 25.5 inch scale length delivers a crisp, articulate tone with strong projection, while the body shape adds warmth and balance, making it ideal for singer-songwriters, band settings and solo performers alike. Baggs HiFi DNA Pickup System Gibson’s exclusive Baggs HiFi DNA system uses two lightweight sensors mounted to the internal bridge plate, each with its own optimised preamp. This active design captures the guitar’s natural acoustic voice and subtle dynamics with impressive realism, while offering gain-before-feedback performance comparable to an under-saddle pickup. Discreet soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls let you shape your amplified sound quickly without spoiling the classic look. Premium Tonewoods and Traditional Bracing A solid Sitka spruce top paired with flame maple back and sides, supported by traditional scalloped X-bracing, gives the Dove Original its signature blend of clarity, punch and sustain. The gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish allows the wood to breathe and age gracefully, enhancing resonance over time and helping the guitar develop even more character the more you play it. Comfortable Playability and Classic Hardware The mahogany neck with a Rounded profile and 12 inch radius rosewood fingerboard offers a familiar, comfortable feel for both chords and single-note work. Mother-of-pearl parallelogram inlays provide clear visual reference points, while nickel Grover Keystone tuners, a bone nut, rosewood Dove bridge, bone saddle and TUSQ bridge pins ensure stable tuning, reliable performance and efficient transfer of string energy into the body. Key Features Exclusive Baggs HiFi DNA Electronics – The Gibson-exclusive Baggs HiFi DNA pickup system uses dual bridge-plate sensors and dedicated preamps to deliver a rich, natural ampli…